Sneak peek at this week’s podcast episode: I’m surprised by the number of strata managing agents who overlook the expiry of their agency agreements, with serious flow on consequences for their clients. Reena and I discuss that issue and more. Full episode out this week.
The #strata podcast is out: @catmatson , CEO of Impactful Presenters joins me to explain where our managers might be going wrong, and how we ALL might communicate more effectively, especially in high-conflict situations. https://t.co/AEbjoRMOiQ
Sneak peek at this week’s podcast episode: Cat Matson of Impactful Presenters explains how those serving our strata owners can get tripped up by their own expertise. There IS a more effective way to communicate. Cat shares how. Full episode out this week.
The #strata podcast is out: Daniel Caruana of Danrae Group joins me to explain how the Design and Building Practitioners Act (NSW) is increasing costs and wait times for owners needing waterproofing work. https://t.co/S7xMSS8Ln4
Sneak peek @ this week’s podcast episode: Daniel Caruana of Danrae Group joins me to explain the Design & Building Practitioner’s Act requirements for waterproofing work. Has this new law gone too far? Full episode out this week.
The #strata podcast is out: @reena_vanaalst and I discuss: the essential documents missing from OC books and records, steps that can be taken to prevent catastrophic water damage, a unique way to honour our dedicated committee members, and more. https://t.co/G2HeQnqvjr
Sneak peek at this week’s podcast episode: I tap into Reena’s experience dealing with emergency works: is there a way for proactive strata buildings to avoid the emergency? Full episode out this week.
The #strata podcast is out: Tom Buckley of Strata I.T. explains why strata managers would do well to have specialised IT support, including how to secure yourself against a $100K mistake.
https://t.co/WHTlFOzZhZ
Sneak peek at this week’s podcast episode: Tom Buckley of Strata I.T. shares why strata managers would do well to have specialised IT support, especially in the face of increasing cyber security risks. Full episode out this week.
The #strata podcast is out: Michael Kleinschmidt explains why the future of strata management as a "profession" depends on whether or not managers are prepared to dramatically change the way they charge for their services. https://t.co/1MSToAWuWn
The #strata podcast is out: Phase 3 of John Trowbridge's review of strata insurance practices has been released. He shares his findings & recommendations, including why we find it so hard to break away from an insurance regime that seems to perpetuate conflicts of interest.
Sneak peek at this week’s podcast episode: Reena & I weigh in on the recent media attention given to rising strata levies. I lay blame at the feet of sales agents for perpetuating the myth that low quarterly strata levies are “good” or even “typical”. Full episode out this week.
The #strata podcast is out: I’m sharing all you need to know about proxies under our NSW law including whether those voting under a power of attorney need to fill in a proxy form, PLUS the Tribunal and court cases where proxies have come out on top.
https://t.co/k3YMnptd87
The #strata podcast is out:Dr Nicole Johnston joins me to share her latest research into passive fire systems in residential strata buildings, including thousands of fire safety defects that go unnoticed&how owners may be unknowingly jeopardising their safety w/ their reno works.
Sneak peek at this week’s podcast episode: Dr Nicole Johnston joins me to share the results of her latest research project focussed on passive fire safety systems, including an important warning for all residential apartment buildings. Full episode out this week.
The #strata podcast is out: @MichaelTeys is BACK, sharing why governments wanting to impose more responsibility on strata owners need to step up with more support, PLUS the courageous owners who call their OCs to account.
https://t.co/ZTNc9XKWZK
The #strata podcast is out: Reena and I cover what building management agreements have to do with insurance claims, the voluntary transfer of committee powers to the strata manager PLUS the surprising recommendation from a leading strata insurer.
https://t.co/CjYUCs01QY
Sneak peek at this week’s podcast episode: I answer a question about the lapse of time between a mediation and a Tribunal application and Reena shares an important warning from the industry’s insurers. Full episode out this week.
The #strata podcast is out: Michael Barnes of Credwell Fire & Risk on emergency management plans – including evacuation diagrams – PLUS the high cost of failing to have a comprehensive plan in place.
https://t.co/K2DkEqxLXY